Erik Karlsson signs with Jokerit

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Norris Trophy winner Erik Karlsson has signed with Jokerit of the Finnish Elite League, his agent Don Meehan confirmed to ESPN.com.

Karlsson will play for the duration of the lockout.

The 22-year-old Swede had a career-high 78 points (19-59) in 81 games with the Ottawa Senators last season.

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• Covers the NHL for ESPN.com and TSN of Canada
• Six years on the "Hockey Night In Canada" Hotstove panel
• 13 years at The Canadian Press National News Agency